Tarkabahali - Madanpur Rampur, Kalahandi
Tarkabahali is a village situated in the Madanpur Rampur tehsil of Kalahandi district, Odisha. It is located approximately 15 km from the tehsil headquarters in Madanpur Rampur and around 71 km from the district headquarters in Bhawanipatna. Barabandha serves as the Gram Panchayat for Tarkabahali village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Tarkabahali is 422669. The village covers a total geographical area of 124 hectares and falls under the 766100 pincode. Bhawanipatna is the nearest town, located about 71 km away.
Tarkabahali village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Narla Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Kalahandi Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Tarkabahali
As per Census 2011, Tarkabahali village has a total population of 273 people, consisting of 132 males and 141 females. The village has 72 households and a sex ratio of 1,068 females per 1,000 males. There are 36 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 162 literate and 111 illiterate residents. Additionally, 157 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 115 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Tarkabahali are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 273 | 132 | 141 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 36 | 17 | 19 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 157 | 82 | 75 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 115 | 50 | 65 |
| Literate Population | 162 | 91 | 71 |
| Illiterate Population | 111 | 41 | 70 |
Nearby Villages of Tarkabahali
Tarkabahali is surrounded by several nearby villages in its surroundings. These villages are part of the local area and are commonly connected through local routes and daily movement of people.
Transport and Connectivity of Tarkabahali
Tarkabahali is connected by an all-weather road, while public transport facilities are available within 5-10 km of the village.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Bhawanipatna to Tarkabahali is about 71 km, with a usual travel time of around ~2 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Tarkabahali
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Tarkabahali village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Tarkabahali
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Tarkabahali village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
FAQs about Tarkabahali
Where is Tarkabahali located?
Tarkabahali village is located in Madanpur Rampur Tehsil, Kalahandi district, Odisha, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Tarkabahali?
The Gram Panchayat of Tarkabahali is Barabandha.
What is the pincode of Tarkabahali?
The pincode of Tarkabahali is 766100.
What is the population of Tarkabahali?
Tarkabahali has a total population of 273, including 132 males and 141 females.
How many households are there in Tarkabahali?
There are 72 households in Tarkabahali.
What is the literacy rate in Tarkabahali?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Tarkabahali is 59.34%. Male literacy is 68.94% and female literacy is 50.35%.